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September 27, 2024

6 tips for staying well during fall break

If you’re getting out of town, here’s how to keep from bringing home an unwanted souvenir of illness.

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Children’s flu: Five things to know this season to prevent complications

The flu is common, but for some children, complications can be serious. Children under 5 and children with certain underlying conditions are at higher risk for flu complications.

A mom’s plea: Pay attention to RSV

Within a few weeks of starting daycare, their son came home with RSV, which at…

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Why you and yours need flu vaccinations this year

A Vanderbilt expert sheds light on the myths surrounding the flu shot, and explains why there’s really no excuse not to get yours this year.

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The My Vanderbilt Health Guide to Cold & Flu Season

From flu prevention to tried-and-true cold remedies and everything between, here’s what you need to know to stay healthy and illness-free.

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Taking antibiotics properly: 6 tips for patients

Antibiotics save lives, but they are overused — so much so that experts warn they are already less effective. How do we protect their future use? Here are six tips.

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Antibiotic overuse: 1 in 3 antibiotics is unnecessary

The South ranks No. 1 in the nation for the number of antibiotic prescriptions, many of them unnecessary. The Vanderbilt Antimicrobial Stewardship Program aims to change that.

Convenient Care Closer to Home

Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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When to take your child to the hospital for flu and cold symptoms

Pediatric experts give advice on when it's best to go to a walk-in clinic instead of the emergency room.

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Who should still be wearing masks?

An infectious disease expert weighs in on who might benefit from extra protection from respiratory viruses this season.

Can you still get sick after a vaccine? An infectious disease expert explains

Have you ever wondered why you can still get a mild case of respiratory infection even after getting the vaccine? Read on for the explanation.

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RSV and other winter illnesses make early arrival

Pediatricians are seeing a surge in RSV cases. Here’s what to know about this seasonal…

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Health OnCall: See a provider in your home, office or hotel room

Vanderbilt Health OnCall sends a nurse practitioner to you for basic care.

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Three things an infectious disease specialist wants you to know this flu season

The double-whammy of COVID-19 and influenza will make for an interesting fall and winter. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy.

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